National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007) raises the stakes with another globe-trotting mystery, a hidden city of gold, and a secret presidential book filled with buried truths. Nicolas Cage returns as Benjamin Gates, racing against time and rival treasure hunters to clear his family’s name and uncover America’s most guarded secrets.
Think you remember every puzzle piece, coded message, and historical twist? Take this 10-question trivia challenge and prove your treasure-hunting knowledge is worthy of the Gates legacy!
National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007) Trivia Questions & Answers
- Who plays the lead role of treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates?
Correct Answer: Nicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage reprises his role as Benjamin Gates, the brilliant and passionate historian-turned-adventurer. His performance is filled with intensity, curiosity, and charm, making him one of the most memorable modern-day treasure hunters in cinema.
- What historical figure is linked to the clue found in the diary of John Wilkes Booth?
Correct Answer: Thomas Gates
The plot kicks off when a page from John Wilkes Booth’s diary implicates Ben’s great-great-grandfather, Thomas Gates, in the Lincoln assassination conspiracy. Ben sets out to clear his ancestor’s name by proving he was actually trying to stop the plot, not assist it.
- What document do Ben and his team plan to kidnap the President to access?
Correct Answer: The President’s Secret Book
The “Book of Secrets” is a fictional but captivating concept — a top-secret document passed down from president to president containing the nation’s deepest secrets. To find the next clue, Ben must get access to this book, which leads to one of the film’s wildest moments: kidnapping the President (in a polite, National Treasure kind of way).
- What is the name of Ben’s tech-savvy sidekick?
Correct Answer: Riley Poole
Riley, played by Justin Bartha, provides comic relief and technical expertise. His loyalty and wit help balance out Ben’s intensity. In this film, he’s also promoting his own book, The Templar Treasure, but constantly feels overlooked by his more famous friend.
- Which location holds the hidden entrance to Cibola, the legendary city of gold?
Correct Answer: Mount Rushmore
In a stunning twist, the legendary city of gold, Cibola, is hidden behind Mount Rushmore. The secret chamber and its elaborate booby-trapped interior become the final setting for the film’s climactic moments — full of danger, sacrifice, and awe.
- Who is the antagonist treasure hunter competing with Ben?
Correct Answer: Mitch Wilkinson
Mitch Wilkinson, played by Ed Harris, is a former Confederate sympathizer who also seeks Cibola — not just for glory, but to redeem the South’s legacy. His character blurs the lines between villain and anti-hero, especially when he ultimately sacrifices himself to help the others escape the collapsing city.
- Which U.S. landmark does Ben flood to reveal a hidden clue?
Correct Answer: The Resolute Desk in the White House
Ben stages a dramatic (and hilarious) distraction in Buckingham Palace to find a clue hidden in the twin Resolute desks — one of which is in the White House. He later floods part of the structure to reveal the next piece of the puzzle, showcasing his resourcefulness and disregard for subtlety.
- What profession does Abigail Chase hold?
Correct Answer: Historian and museum curator
Abigail, portrayed by Diane Kruger, is a curator at the National Archives. Her deep knowledge of American history and connection to Ben make her a vital member of the team. Their relationship is more complicated in this sequel, but they ultimately reunite through mutual respect and adventure.
- What family member’s name is tarnished by Booth’s diary?
Correct Answer: Thomas Gates
The reputation of Thomas Gates, Ben’s ancestor, is questioned after a missing page from Booth’s diary is discovered. The story’s emotional drive comes from Ben’s determination to prove that Thomas was a hero — not a traitor — in one of the country’s most significant historical events.
- What is a key theme in National Treasure: Book of Secrets?
Correct Answer: Legacy, truth, and historical redemption
The film revolves around protecting family legacy, uncovering suppressed truths, and rewriting the historical narrative. Whether it’s Ben defending his ancestor or Mitch seeking to honor his lineage, Book of Secrets explores how history is shaped — and sometimes reclaimed — by those brave enough to question it.
